Rhapsody in Blue. (Advanced Piano). By George Gershwin (1898-1937). For Piano. Masterworks; Piano Solo - Popular Sheet; Solo. 20th Century; Masterwork. Advanced. Sheet. 40 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.PS0048).
ISBN 0769276814. 20th Century; Masterwork.
To provide greater availability for a work of such importance, the original publishers secured from Gershwin a solo piano version wherein the orchestral parts are fused together with the solo piano part (PS0047). Due to concerns that the composer's arrangement presented too many technical demands to pianists not possessing the requisite technique, a modified arrangement was delicately solicited from pianists of the time. (Gershwin's untimely death precluded any modification from the composer himself.) Many attempts at technical modifications were rejected on ethical grounds until Herman Wasserman--who taught Gershwin to play the piano--submitted a manuscript which became this edition. Several prominent pianists who reviewed the score all attested to the amazing reduction in technical demands while retaining the clarity, sonority, and brilliance of the original. This edition is designed for Early Advanced pianists, although some sections, including the well-known Moderato middle section, are accessible to those performing at less-advanced levels.

By Strauss by George Gershwin (1898-1937) and Ira Gershwin. Arranged by Geoff Haydon and Jim Lyke. For Piano. This edition: 2 copies included. Duet or Duo; Masterworks; Piano Duo (2 Pianos, 4 Hands). Intermediate level piece for the Piano Duo event with the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) Festivals Bulletin 2008-2009-2010. 20th Century; Masterwork Arrangement. Late Intermediate. Sheet. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.PA9820).
George and Ira Gershwin were "kidding around" (Ira's description) with the Viennese waltz form. Their spoofing time led to a delightful song, which they finished for the Broadway revue The Show Is On. It was the last song the Gershwins wrote for Broadway. Haydon and Lyke have captured and emphasized to exaggerated waltz flavor, with its lifts and dips and pauses. It's a fun piece to play. It's a fine piece for almost any performance venue, with great Gershwin sounds and wonderful humor. (The lyrics and a bit of historical background are included on the title page.).

A Gershwin® Medley (I'll Build a Stairway to Paradise / Do It Again / Swanee). By George Gershwin (1898-1937). Arranged by Geoff Haydon and Jim Lyke. For Piano. Duet or Duo; Masterworks; Piano Duet (1 Piano, 4 Hands). 20th Century; Masterwork Arrangement. Late Intermediate. Sheet. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.PA9710).
Geoff Haydon and Jim Lyke (a great performing team from Georgia) have arranged "I'll Build a Stairway to Paradise," "Do It Again," and "Swanee" for piano duet. 'S Wonderful! Easy enough for good intermediate level players, its sophistication makes it appropriate even for the concert stage. It's also a great choice for multi-piano events.

Cole Porter Medley (Easy to Love / I Love You / I Get a Kick Out of You). By Cole Porter. Arranged by Mike Kocour. For Piano. This edition: 2 copies included. Duet or Duo; Piano Duo (2 Pianos, 4 Hands). Late Intermediate. Sheet. 32 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.PA9526).
Mike Kocour's two-piano medley is a terrific dialogue utilizing three favorite Porter tunes (Easy to Love, I Love You, I Get a Kick Out of You). Kocour's unerring instincts for capturing the style and the sophistication of the era, coupled with his ability to put the sounds on paper, guarantee a memorable, musically satisfying arrangement. Tunes move back and forth between the two pianos with wonderfully smooth lines. Rhythms are precise. The piece requires good technical facility and clean playing.

The Young Pianist's Library, Book 14B (Gershwin Recital Pieces). By George Gershwin (1898-1937). Arranged by Denes Agay. For Piano. Masterworks; Method/Instruction; Piano Collection. The Young Pianist's Library. 20th Century; Masterwork Arrangement. Early Intermediate. Book. 24 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.DA0042).
ISBN 0897242599. 20th Century; Masterwork Arrangement.
Rhapsody in Blue * An American in Paris * The Man I Love * But Not for Me * Oh Lady Be Good * Strike Up the Band * Who Cares (So Long As You Care for Me).